Senior Child Protection Worker Placement Services

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, Child Protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity As a Senior Child Protection Worker Placement Services you will be responsible for, including but not limited to:

• Providing services to children in the CEOs care in accordance with Part 4, Division 5 of the Children and Community Services Act 2004 and other relevant legislation to ensure the safety and protection of children,
• Providing and coordinating support to Foster Carers and promoting local practice in line with the Department’s Foster Care Partnership Model,
• Working collaboratively and innovatively with District staff and Foster Carers, community groups and other stakeholders in building local capacity and resources to meet the placement and care needs of children and young people,
• Participating in planning decisions involving children in the CEOs care,
• Ensuring Departmental Statutory Obligations and Practice Standards are complied with in relation to placements of children in the CEOs care.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Belinda Marra, District Director, on 0427 444 *** via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au. 

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months across the Department of Communities. 

Qualification Requirements
You must have a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant human services area to be eligible for this position. All overseas qualifications must be assessed for Australian equivalency. Refer to our website for information about the qualification requirements for this role, and how we will be assessing your qualifications.

Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two [2] page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
5. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Courtnie Hayes, HR Advisor, via email on *************@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 ***

Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Kate. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

Attachments:
- Application Form
- Child Protection Qualification Framework
- Information for Job Applicants
- JDF - Senior Child Protection Worker Placement Services - SCL2.docx

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